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Specificity in Training – How much carry-over does weight lifting have in real life? Will your time under the iron help you on the field, on the mat, or in the ring?

Dec 17th, 2008
by John.
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I have read numerous studies that have concluded that specific weight lifting activities have very little, if any, carry-over to athletic activities. It sounds crazy, I know. Believe me, I was pretty skeptical when I started reading these research abstracts myself. How could getting stronger hinder an athletes performance? Isn’t [...]

Welcome to my Real World Strength Training Secrets Blog

Aug 7th, 2008
by John.
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You’re here because you want the latest information regarding strength training and its impact on building muscle, fat loss, and workout programs.
Here at Real World Strength, we have a health-first perspective on fitness and athleticism.  We know that strength is a skill that anyone can develop with practice, and reap the benefits of a stronger, [...]